05/04/2025
Turmeric vs Medications? Know the Facts
Turmeric is arguably the most powerful herb on the planet at fighting and potentially reversing disease. It has so many healing properties that currently there are over 10,000 peer-reviewed articles published proving turmeric benefits.
Of the 10,000+ studies referencing curcumin, the most interesting finding is that when turmeric is compared to conventional medicine, its benefits equal that of many pharmaceutical medications.
In fact, a number of studies have even reported that using curcumin- the active enzyme in turmeric - is more advantageous than certain prescription drugs.
Health Benefits of Turmeric
When examining the research, turmeric benefits go beyond that of these 12 kinds of conditions and treatments:
* Anti-inflammatory drugs
* Antidepressants (Prozac)
* Chemotherapy
* Anticoagulants (Aspirin)
* Pain killers
* Diabetes drugs (Metformin)
* Arthritis medications
* Inflammatory bowel disease drugs
* Cholesterol drugs (Lipitor)
* Steroids
* Skin Care
* Obesity
12 Turmeric Benefits
As you read this report, keep in mind that one of the most powerful advantages curcumin has over the traditional medical approach is the lack of side effects.
1. Anticoagulants/Antiplatelets
Medical intervention generally includes the following medications to slow and prevent blood clotting:
* Aspirin
* Clopidogrel (Plavix)
* Diclofenac
* Enoxaparin (Lovenox)
* Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others)
* Naproxen
* Warfarin (Coumadin), and others.
Unfortunately, for people with conditions that are treated by these drugs (i.e. deep-vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism), this approach may not always be the wisest decision.
Ibuprofen overdose is one such common problem. In addition to common side effects like excessive bleeding and hemorrhage, the risks associated with anticoagulants abound and include everything from back pain to headaches to difficulty breathing.
Turmeric, on the other hand, has relatively no known side effects unless taken in extremely excessive amounts.
Additionally, ever since several groundbreaking studies in the mid-1980s, the curcumin in turmeric has been suggested by researchers as actually being a better option for those with vascular thrombosis.
2. Antidepressants
Although few studies have been conducted on humans, dozens of research trials have proven that turmeric is especially effective in correcting depression symptoms in laboratory animals.
To address this issue, the journal Phytotherapy Research published the results of an amazing, innovative study this past year.
The study took 60 volunteers diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD), such as manic depression (bipolar disorder), and split the group to determine how patients treated by curcumin fared against fluoxetine (Prozac) and a combination of the two.
Not only was it discovered that all patients tolerated curcumin well, but they discovered curcumin was as effective as Prozac in managing depression.
According to the authors, “This study provides first clinical evidence that curcumin may be used as an effective and safe therapy for treatment in patients with mild depression.”
3. Anti-inflammatories
Arguably, the most powerful aspect of curcumin is its ability to control inflammation.
The journal Oncogene published the results of a study that evaluated several anti-inflammatory compounds and found that aspirin and ibuprofen are least effective, while curcumin is among the most effective anti-inflammatory compounds in the world. This is good news because inflammation puts people at risk for almost every disease process known to man.
Diseases today such as cancer, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, high cholesterol and chronic pain can be the result of inflammation.
Keep this in the back of your mind: Turmeric’s key to disease reversal may be its ability to keep inflammation at bay.
4. Skin Condition Treatments
The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of turmeric have proven effective in treating skin conditions. Turmeric benefits for skin include speeding up wound healing; calming the pores to decrease acne and acne scarring; and controlling psoriasis flares.
5. Arthritis management
Because curcumin is known for its powerful anti-inflammatory and pain-reducing characteristics, a study was conducted on 45 rheumatoid arthritis patients to compare the benefits of curcumin in turmeric to the arthritis drug Diclofenac sodium, which put people at risk of developing leaky gut and heart disease.
The study split these volunteers into three groups: curcumin treatment alone, Diclofenac sodium alone, and a combination of the two. The results of the trial were eye-opening:
The curcumin group showed the highest percentage of improvement in overall [Disease Activity Score] scores and these scores were significantly better than the patients in the diclofenac sodium group.
More importantly, curcumin treatment was found to be safe and did not relate with any adverse events.
Published by Phytotherapy Research in 2012, the results of this study have encouraged more human research to evaluate the amazing effects curcumin-rich plants like turmeric have on people suffering from various different types of arthritis.
6. Cancer treatment
A number of laboratory studies on cancer cells have shown that curcumin does have anticancer effects. It seems to be able to kill cancer cells and prevent more from growing. It has the best effects on breast cancer, bowel cancer, stomach cancer and skin cancer cells.
Bottom line: Turmeric works incredibly well to help naturally treat cancer and is especially effective at treating breast cancer, colon cancer and skin cancer.
7. Diabetes management
In 2009, Biochemistry and Biophysical Research Communications published a study out of Auburn University that explored how supplementing with turmeric can help reverse diabetes.
The study discovered that curcumin in turmeric is literally 400 times more potent than Metformin (a common diabetes drug) in activating AMPK which improves insulin sensitivity which can help reverse Type 2 Diabetes.
In addition to correcting the causes of diabetes, curcumin has also been proven to help reverse many of the issues related to insulin resistance and hyperglycemia.
Take, for instance, diabetic neuropathy and retinopathy. One of the most common complications of diabetes is damaged blood vessels, which cause blindness.
A study found that supplementing with curcumin can delay this horrible complication of diabetes because of its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
8. Obesity
A study published in the journal Biofactors showed that curcumin can help promote weight loss.
The researchers found that the anti-inflammatory properties in curcumin were effective at suppressing the inflammatory processes of obesity, therefore helping to reduce obesity and its “adverse health effects.”
9. Gastrointestinal treatments
Oftentimes, people with digestive and stomach complaints become intolerant to medical interventions because the stomach flora is already compromised and drugs can literally tear up the mucosal lining.
An in-depth analysis of all the studies evaluating curcumin’s ability to manage inflammatory bowel disease (IBS, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis) found that many patients were able to stop taking their prescribed corticosteroids because their condition improved so dramatically by taking curcumin.
For many patients with IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) corticosteroids reduce their pain symptoms, but damage the intestinal lining over time actually making the condition worse.
However, supplementing with curcumin did not have these side effects and, because of its anti-inflammatory properties, actually helped heal the gut and supported the growth of good bacteria (probiotics).
10. Cholesterol regulators
Diabetics and non-diabetics alike are suffering from a common complication called oxidative stress, which damages the inside of blood vessels. Because of this damage to the arteries, cholesterol begins to build up to patch up the damaged areas, which leads to high levels of LDL cholesterol.
Traditionally, statin drugs (like Lipitor) are widely known to harm the kidneys and liver and cause a number of deadly side effects. They do bring cholesterol down, but they never address the actual cause, which is oxidative stress that is caused by high blood sugar levels and inflammation.
A study done by Drugs in R & D found that curcumin was equal to, or more effective than, diabetes medications at reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the treatment of high cholesterol.
11. Painkillers
One of the more widely accepted properties of curcumin in scientific communities is its ability to manage pain.
Just this past year the European Journal of Pharmacology published research that discovered curcumin naturally activates the opioid system in diabetic rats. Typically manipulated by drugs, this natural process serves as the body’s inherent pain-relieving response.
Not being limited to diabetic pain conditions, an interesting study also published late last year gives us a clue as to the wide array of pain conditions that can be treated by curcumin.
Take, for instance, severe burns. Typically, burn victims are treated with dangerous opioids and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories. However, because of its anti-inflammatory benefits, U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research suggests that, curcumin should be used to treat burns instead of these conventional medications.
12. Steroids
Lastly, we’ll take a look at how turmeric benefits the many conditions normally treated by corticosteroids.
"The lack of side effects with curcumin is its greatest advantage compared with corticosteroids,” as stated by the authors in the above study out of K.G. Medical College.
Ultimately, when taking into account the large amount of deadly complications drugs put your body at risk for, it is easy to see how taking therapeutic curcumin is superior to most medicines.
If you have any of the diseases above, you will want to consider this natural approach first.
Turmeric Supplements
So, how do you take turmeric?
Along with adding turmeric into your diet, you may also consider taking it or curcumin in supplement form.
Also, according to a study, published in Planta Medica, taking turmeric in combination with black pepper, which contains piperine, improves turmeric absorbability throughout the entire body. They added 20mg of piperine to 2,000mg turmeric, and it increased the bioavailability of turmeric 154 percent.
The Secret to Maureen’s Turmeric’s Superior Bioavailability
The key to unlocking turmeric’s health benefits lies in how it is prepared. At Maureen’s, we have perfected a unique process that ensures maximum absorption and potency by focusing on three essential elements:
1. Cooked in Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) for Enhanced Absorption
Turmeric’s active compound, curcumin, is fat-soluble, meaning it needs healthy fats to be absorbed efficiently by the body. Many turmeric supplements fail to include this crucial component, leading to poor bioavailability.
Maureen’s Turmeric is cooked in fresh extra virgin coconut oil (VCO), a high-quality fat that enhances curcumin absorption naturally. This allows the body to absorb curcumin effectively and deliver its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties.
2. Combined with Black Pepper for Maximum Effectiveness
Another crucial factor in turmeric absorption is piperine, a compound found in black pepper. Studies have shown that piperine can enhance curcumin absorption by up to 2000% (Shoba et al., 1998). Without black pepper, most of the turmeric you consume is quickly metabolized and excreted before the body can benefit from it.
At Maureen’s, we infuse black pepper into our carefully crafted turmeric formula to ensure you get the maximum amount of curcumin into your bloodstream.
3. Precision Cooking to Preserve Nutrients
Many turmeric preparations suffer from nutrient loss due to excessive heat, improper cooking methods, or oxidation. At Maureen’s, we take this very seriously and have developed a carefully controlled cooking method that ensures all the vital nutrients remain intact.
Our process involves:
✔ Low-temperature cooking: Preventing curcumin degradation and preserving its full potency.
✔ No artificial processing: Keeping all-natural nutrients intact.
✔ Optimal heat control: Ensuring no beneficial compounds are lost.
This meticulous approach guarantees that every serving of Maureen’s Turmeric delivers the full spectrum of health benefits that turmeric has to offer.
Why Bioavailability Matters for Your Health
Turmeric has been linked to numerous health benefits, including:
✔ Reduced inflammation – Helps with joint pain, arthritis, and overall body inflammation.
✔ Enhanced immune support – Strengthens the body’s defense against infections.
✔ Better digestion – Supports gut health and liver function.
✔ Cognitive benefits – May help improve memory and brain function.
✔ Heart health – Supports healthy blood circulation and cholesterol levels.
However, without proper absorption, these benefits remain untapped. That’s why choosing a bioavailable turmeric like Maureen’s is essential.
Why Maureen’s Turmeric Is Your Best Choice
Unlike many turmeric supplements with poor absorption, Maureen’s Turmeric ensures that every nutrient is preserved and made fully bioavailable. By using:
✔ Fresh extra virgin coconut oil for fat solubility,
✔ Black pepper for enhanced absorption, and
✔ A carefully controlled cooking process to preserve nutrients,
we provide a turmeric solution that truly works.
Experience the Full Power of Turmeric Today
If you’re looking for an effective turmeric supplement, Maureen’s Turmeric is the answer. Our carefully crafted formula ensures that your body receives the maximum benefits of this golden superfood.
Don’t let poor bioavailability hold you back—choose Maureen’s Turmeric for better health today!
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